@celtica96
I was aware before I bought the Q7 that video capabilities are restricted but I also knew that there is a hardware video chip in the device and for which there is currently no software driver.
My assumption remains that such software drivers will be forthcoming and will transform the video capabilities of the device. But this is pure wishful thinking on my part, I have yet to see any such statement from SmartQ or indeed anyone else for that matter.
If the information you have been given is correct and that SmartQ will shortly be releasing a MID with PMP functionality then my Q7 will be on eBay. If there is no hope for video support then it is no use to me.
My experience is that video on the N800 is superior. But then I have taken a lot of trouble to find optimum encoding settings. I have used the same N800 .avi files on the Q7 and with unpleasant results. But I am not really interested in spending time fiddling with encoding settings for the Q7 until such time as video drivers are available.
Thank you for sharing the info with us, I am not challenging what you say just seeking clarification and thinking aloud.
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However, I would prefer a device that excels at web, video, and eBook tasks and the Q7 isn't quite there.
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Yes I agree completely and in this regard the V5.0 firmware is a disappointment. Maybe v6.0 will bring what we want.